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			SEQUENCING Greetings! I hope you are all finding ways to stay warm! Now that our children are spending less time outside we may need a few ideas to keep them entertained while inside. One of the skills that almost all children need to practice is following verbal directions. More specifically, a short sequence of directions to complete a task such as getting dressed, brushing teeth, and washing hands. It is important to remember the steps in order or the task may not be completed effectively. One of my favorite ways to practice sequencing is through cooking activities. Please take a moment to read the following information and apply what is most helpful for you and your family. Sincerely, Merith Starren M.A., CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist 253-5828 ex.5820 merith.starren@isd742.org COOKING WITH KIDS Cooking with your children can be a great, although messy, way to practice sequencing as well as a variety of other language skills. Kids love to measure, pour, and stir to help you make a special treat. Many of the box mixes today have pictures on the back to help give visual cues as to what you may need. For example, your children can first help you “read” the recipe by telling you to get out the eggs, oil, and water. Then they can help do all pouring and mixing that is necessary. Using statements such as, “First add the egg, then stir it up with your spoon”, can help organize the verbal information into short, natural steps. You can summarize the information afterwards by stating the order of the steps that occurred. Most preschool sequences involve 2-3 steps of information. Not only can you practice a variety of first, then types of statements that promote sequencing skills, you can use strategies that promote descriptive vocabulary, turn-taking, and functional skills! Have fun!
						My Links Speech Sound Development Chart VOCABULARY THEMES 11/2 Cookies 11/9 Shapes 11/16 Turkeys 11/23 Family
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